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Using CSR to Enter New Markets

Mark Little, Director, Healthcare, Advisory Services Adam Lane, Manager, Advisory Services

When leaders at Novo Nordisk, the world’s largest company focused solely on diabetes, decided to enter the diabetes market in China, they opted to leverage not just products but a long-term CSR strategy focused on health, economic development, and the environment. Read more 

Posted: May 10, 2011 | Topics: Health Care, Stakeholder Relations, Strategy & Integration

WBCSD’s New Guide to Corporate Ecosystem Valuation

The World Business Council for Sustainable Development’s “Guide to Corporate Ecosystem Valuation” helps business leaders understand the value and benefits of ecosystem services such as fresh water, food, fiber, and natural hazard protection. They can use this data to manage risks and opportunities and make more informed decisions that align financial, ecological, and societal objectives. Read more 

Posted: May 10, 2011 | Topics: Ecosystem Services, Environment, Strategy & Integration

CSR Dominant Factor in How People Form Impressions of Companies

Elissa Goldenberg, Associate, Advisory Services

According to GlobeScan’s 2011 “State of Global Public Opinion on CSR” survey, corporate responsibility is a major factor in how people form impressions of companies, particularly in the developing world. In a survey of 25,000 people from 28 countries, GlobeScan asked people to identify what matters most when they form a favorable or unfavorable impression of a company. Read more 

Posted: May 3, 2011 | Topics: Reporting & Communications, Stakeholder Relations, Strategy & Integration

Managing Energy by Working Directly With Suppliers

Ryan Schuchard, Manager, Climate and Energy

With increasing pressure from investors and growing energy constraints, it’s no longer a question for company leaders about whether to address climate change impacts. It’s a priority. One of the surest bets for company managers to do so is to identify opportunities to reduce energy waste, whether through an organized sustainability program or as part of quality management and lean efforts. Read more 

Posted: May 3, 2011 | Topics: Energy, Environment, Strategy & Integration, Supply Chain

BSR’s Olson Calls for Sustainability Investments, Incentives

During the recent Commonwealth Club event “Measure What?” BSR Senior Vice President Eric Olson discussed how companies’ sustainability investments can help them gain new customers and increase market competitiveness. Read more 

Posted: May 3, 2011 | Topics: Strategy & Integration

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